Dog Health Questions: Are guard dogs trained to attack people if they run? Have you ever been chased by a guard dog,what did you do?

When I was a kid I was walking in a field with a stick in my hand (next to a pub here in Ireland) when I saw a German Shepard at the back of the pub, it saw me, stood up, popped up its ears and just looked at me - I froze, then decided to get the hell out of there, lol. I started to run and as I looked back the dog was racing after me, I was running towards a wall but knew I wouldn't have time to scale it so I stopped dead, turned around and for some reason threw the stick on the ground and shouted no. The dog suddenly stopped and just looked at me. I walked backwards to the wall, kept eye contact with the dog and climbed up and that was that.

What I never understood is why the dog chased me in the first place, I guess simply because I ran, lol. My big mistake was to run wasn't it? Why exactly did it stop when I stopped - was I no longer a threat, was it because I had thrown away the stick I was carrying or was it because I shouted no and it recognised the word? Wonder would the dog have actually attacked me had I not stopped running and it caught me? Thanks.

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a real gaurd dog is trained to give chase on comand but only attack if commanded to do so. I think it stopped because you stopped showing fear.

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Dog Health Questions: What dog breed would be right for us?

I've done a lot of research for a few years and I know what each of the breeds require, but now that we've narrowed it down we'd like a general decision on which breed? We're looking towards the more pastoral/working breeds but are open to suggestions (no toys or terriers, please!).

Here's what we can do (exercise etc.)
-2 miles walk a day, along with at least half an hour play session a night, probably more.
-He/she would never be left alone during the day or night, he would go to my dad's work which has a total of three people and plenty of space and fields
-We do have cats, and will raise correctly
-Socialise well with everyone and everything!!
-Do nice long walks at the weekend too
-We have three members of family alltogether
-we're generally looking for a medium-large sized dog
-we will do puppy/dog training classes, we've found some really good one's.
-we would like to rescue

I really like flyball and agility etc.

thanks everyone xx

Ages of us: two adults in 50's and a 15 year old, all my cousin's and family are all grown up to, so no young children xx

My dad doesn't like Rough Collies and my mum doesn't like Boxers.

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Rottweiler, Pit Bull, German Shepherd, Golden Retriever, Labrador, Australian Shepherd, Brittany Spaniel, Shar Pei, Alaskan Malamute, American Bulldog. I've had great experiences with all of these breeds and would recommend them to anyone.
Rottweilers were bred for working so your lifestyle would be perfect for this breed.

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• i would suggest a german shepard. great for rescue cause can sniff out stuff, needs lots of exercise and if got from a puppy can be sociable and love to play and do agility and stuff. and they are a medium-large dog.
  
  but thats just my own opinion.
  choose what you want.
  
  good luck!


• Use kind facial expressions & body posture, be clear in your commands. Reinforce each command with hand, arm or body signals.


• Your lifestyle is a good match for a lot of breeds:
  Lab
  Staffordshire terrier
  Border Collie
  German Shepherd
  Irish Setter
  
  Pretty much any working dog, or a dog with a lot of energy would fit the bill.


• i have 3 dalmatians 1 came from the shelter they live with 3 cats and a rat terrier. they all get along well with each other. my dalmatians are very smart!

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Dog Health Questions: Deaf dog help?

I just found out recently that my 12yr old american eskimo dog is deaf. I am 13 and have absolutely NO CLUE how to interact with him. He is growing blind as well so we cannot use hand signals. He SOMETIMES listens to signals, but only sit, come, and stay. I hate it because i talk with my dog to sooth him when he is hyper, scared, etc..and i dont know how to do that now. stroking him doesnt seem to work.

***********I AM NOT TRYING TO GET DOG TRAINING TECHNIQUES--- I WANT WAYS TO LIVE WITH MY DOG AND STILL INTERACT WITH HIM NORMALLY. LIKE BEING ABLE TO CALM HIM. THANK YOU.*******************************

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If your dogs deaf, and nearly totally blind, then there's only touch left. Stroking seems to be the only option I'm afraid. When you do stroke him, be confident, if he's scared of something and you're also scared, he'll be able to sense that and obviously won't be able to calm down. Good Luck!

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• if he is blind and deaf always approach him from the front and place you hand about 6" from his nose to allow him to smell that your there before touching him at all. other than that touch is the only interaction that the two of you will have. This is a big change for an animal to loose two senses and I am sure quite scary as well. He has never know interaction with you on this level and you will have to go the extra mile to show him that he is safe when he is around you. Keep doing what your doing and he should calm down as he grows more familiar with his new state of being.


• can he still hear really high pitched noises, or low pitched ones? We are looking after a semi wild cat that comes to our back door for feeding, although it will not allow us to touch it, and discovered, although it cannot hear normal sound, it does respond to high pitched whistles.
  Humans that get deaf can often hear better in a certain frequency, either really high, or very low, try it, it may work for your dog.


• If he gets upset easily a vet visit is in order. Dogs get senile and there is a drug to help that works for most dogs. Keep him in a secure yard and spray cheap perfume on stairs and obstacles to alert him. Actually if you pet a dog that is scared it reinforces the fear and makes the dog more fearful, instead distract him maybe let him smell a treat and then get him to find it with his nose.


• my friends dog was deaf and they used to bang the floor to get him to come as he followed the vibration.


• Yahoo groups have a deaf/blind dog group that is useful.My old guy hears loud noises and has partial sight in one eye but still does hand signals well


• I really don't know what to do. I'm 9 and I sometimes teach my dog tricks, It's really hard.

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Dog Health Questions: Hiding a Dog From My Parents? HELP!?!?!?

Ok so i really really want to have a corgi and have for a long time, why? because i homeschool and don't have any friends, so a companion would be beautiful, especially since i have to go on my 3 hour hikes along now. and i have been doing dog training and care taking for several dogs for over a year now BUT my dad will NOT have another dog besides our little chihuahua which is a very clean and quiet dog (and is my sisters and only likes her and doesn't really care about any one else...) but my mom loves corgis. but she doesn't want to argue about it with him.

so the only difference between me and some kid is, yes, I'm 16. but i have my own shed, which is very clean, and big, and heated, and cooled. i do keep a few tools and a couple motorcycles in there though. and i also go in there several times a day already. also i have a job that can pay for the expenses. so would it be even possible to obtain a dog through a breeder at my age? could i get my 20 year old sister to buy her? also is this even practical?!? or am i just going to have to wait till i get married in 10 years before i have a companion?

Thanks.

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Your plan MIGHT work but its a very big might. You would have to get your sister to buy it and also a corgi wouldnt be good for long hikes. You sound very responsible but could you handle training a dog? What if it barks? Can you let it out several times a day to pee and poop without your parents seeing? Could you socialise the dog with other dogs and people? Another thing you would have to consider is that all responsible breeders and shelters insist on home checks to make sure the dog would be well looked after and some also do follow up checks. How would you handle that? You dont want to get a dog from a breeder that doesnt do this because they would not be a responsible breeder and that means that the dog could have all sorts of expensive health issues.

I dont think the backpack and scooter idea would work. She would panic and wriggle and possibly fall off. I think you would have to find another way of sneaking her in and out.

What was the incident with the last dog? Did it bite someone or something? Could you afford a $1000 or £ vet bill if there was an emergency? And could the dog hurt itself on the tools in the shed or knock over one of the motorcycles and get trapped or hurt?

Can you afford to get it its shots at the vet amd get it neutered or spayed, it would need constant supervision afterwards for about a fortnight.
Personally I cant see it working but if you are determined then you might pull it off.

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• If you are serious, no it will never work.
  
  Chill, go to school, get your degree and then when you're out, get your dog. No good breeder will sell to you by yourself without your parents. And if you all lied and your sister bought the dog, the breeder WILL find out too.
  
  Wait, save and prepare. Time does go fast.


• Yeah definitely not a good idea or your parent will give you **** and not trust you
  Having a dog is also a lot of commitment just focus on school and once you're done and go to college I'm sure you'll make friends. Good luck if you do decide to get a dog lol


• well ur plan could work, u could get ur sis to buy u a dog and u could keep him ther..but u have to remember hes an animal and needs to be walked played with cared for..id say u should wait til ur out of the house but if u think u could manage the dog and the rest of ur life then go for it


• your chances of success are microscopic (or less) unless your parents are blind deaf & stupid (and I doubt it) and being still a minor you would need parent signature on a purchase contract
  that "Big incident" fills me with trepidation as well


• i would tell ur parents of course and tell them that u r becoming an adult and u can pay for the stuff for the dog and u need a friend
  good luck


• Do your parents have ANY idea how much you need a dog? Do you have any idea how bad getting your Mom on your side against your Dad might turn out? Your only hope is to guilt-trip them into letting you take care of an older rescue dog who lost his home thru no fault of his own, a nice friendly dog that is OK with the little yappers.
  Think too that if you follow the normal path in life you'll be leaving home soon and then who will get to look after your dog?
  If your parents were able to homeschool you, they must be caring people, so I wonder why they have really denied you your own dog?


• You can not hide a dog you have to get it shots,food,toys,& more.It will cost a lot and it would be much better if you got a rat,bunny,or something like that.They can love too you know but it would be better if you did not hide an animal at all because you would just be keeping it as a pet not a friend.Think of what that animal would have to go through just for you companion need and then if you still want a animal then do so but just remember this if the dog not happy then you will not be happy.

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Dog Health Questions: I would love to have a big dog when im older, but im unsure about one thing...?

I've always pictured having one of those black and white great danes when im older (and if I had a big enough house), but i've only had a cat and a mini dachshund as pets.

I'm not afraid about the food or huge messes, i'm just afraid what could happen if the dog "snapped" one day. I know a lot about dog training and I know many people have large dogs that would never harm a fly, but the possibility still scares me. (I'm not even afraid of dogs at all!)

Is this something i should be legitimately concerned about? Would it be a bad idea to live alone with such a big dog?

Just something i was wondering.. ...thanks!

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If you want a Great Dane, you should be alright. They are extremely gentle and low key. :)

With any dogs there is always a chance that they will "snap" simply because they are animals and animals can be unpredictable. In my experience, small dogs are much more likely to bite than large dogs.
If you decide to get a dog, research the breeds and try to find people who have owned breeds that you are interested in. (Dog parks are a great place to look!)
Once you decide on a breed, the next step is to find a good breeder, preferably one with both parents on-site. Many breeders will be willing to give you the names of past clients as a reference. Training and socialization are vital and most vet offices can give you advice if you need assistance.

Overall, I don't think you have much to worry about, as long as you are wise about it. If you are still worries after researching your options, hold off until you feel more comfortable. There's no rush! Best of luck!

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• Well, if the dog "snapped," somebody could get seriously hurt, and worst case, your other pets could die. However, I know a lot of people who have big dogs and small dogs/small pets living peacefully together, so if you get a well-bred, well-trained dog, I don't think you have to be concerned about it "snapping."


• I've only ever heard of one dog that "snapped", but he had mental problems and a troubled past. I wouldn't worry about Great Danes because they've been known to be "a little dog in a big dogs body" or the "gentle giant". They love to jump on people's laps, would you believe that? They just don't realize how big they are. They love people and are very gentle.


• well do all the reading you can about the breed and just treat the dog well also speak to a vet.


• In my experience, and I believe statistics would support this, is that smaller dogs are more likely to snap than larger ones. Likely because dogs often bite out of fear. There is some correlation between certain breeds and the likelyhood that they will bite. If memory serves me I believe Dalmations are the worst for biting. Do a little research, choose a breed that best suits your needs. Personally, I recommend a mutt. Mutts seem to have a better temperment and less health problems than so-called "pure breds".


• dogs who "snap" are usually ones with either little attention or are dogs who you try to change after you pamper them and then realize you don't want to have so much freewil


• Dogs don't usually snap for no reason. If they are abused or have been abused previously this could be a concern. Things that could make a dog attack are trapping it in a corner, touching it's food or bones (when they're trying to eat) or messing with another dog it feels the need to protect (my older dog will attack someone if she sees them messing with one of my smaller ones). The best thing to do to help your concern would be to get a dog as a puppy and raise it your self.


• I am scared of dogs when they bark but just don't look them in the eye or else they will start snapping and running after you.
  tip: If the dog snaps, try and calm the dog with a treat.


• I'm a DVM and I would have to say that I am much more likely to be bitten by a small dog than a big dog. Little dogs are used to defending themselves from bigger pets and kids,and are therefore are more prone to nipping and actual biting.


• I would say the chances of a Great Dane "snapping' would be very low if you got one from a reputable breeder and the dog was not instigated. My grandmother bred great danes for a long time and they are generally very gentle and make good campanions, I myself would love to own one but we dont have the space. The only time any of my grandmothers danes became violent was when one had had puppies and become extremely territorial toward other dogs entering her space, and actually ended up killing another female that got into her room. She was put down shortly after that, but she never became violent toward humans. As for living alone with a big dog like a Dane you have nothing to worry about. They are very loyal and very protective and are no more likely to harm their owner than any other non aggresive dog breed. I hope this answer helped.


• Any dog could 'snap' not just big ones. I've only ever owned dogs on the bigger side, my first dog was 50 lbs, my second was around 65 and my puppy is growing and is currently 40 lbs. They've all been wonderful with me, though my second dog had issues as it was before we got him. If you're constantly thinking 'what if?' with this dog that you get one day it could give him a negative vibe. What about right now just hanging around big dogs that your friends might have and seeing how they are? Maybe pet-sit them for a day or something? I love my big dogs and if I get a dog(I've always adopted) I make sure that it's the right dog for me and my lifestyle and that I like their personality. :) Hope I've helped!


• i am trying to ask a question on dodgerlist and was wondering if you could help me...i joined just not sure how to ask my question..
  
  thank you,
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Dog Health Questions: Ways I can get my dog to interact with other dogs??

I was thinking of Dog training but I'm having a very difficult time finding a good school (I live in LA) I was thinking of going to my neighborhood petsmart, I passed by there training classes, and the people seemed to be having fun and the dogs did too. but everything the dog trainer was saying I already knew. I can train my dog myself. He is just lacking in one thing... Interaction with other dogs, he gets fine with his other two dog room mates. but I just want him to be calm around other dogs.... should I take him to dog parks???

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One big reason many people enroll their pets in dog training classes is the need to socialize the dog to behave well around strangers and other dogs, and to interact in a well developed way. The training of any dog is ultimately the responsibility of the pet owner, even when the dog participates in a formal class.

A lot of dog socialization issues relate to puppyhood. Ideally, a young pup leaves his or her birth "litter" at seven to eight weeks of age. Most experts agree that this is an acceptable age to separate the pup from the mother and that the young dog is at a point when he or she will integrate comfortably into the new human family and permanent home at that stage of development.

Puppies who remain longer than eight weeks with the birth litter often associate well with other dogs, but sometimes experience disruption in their contacts with humans-- people are often strange or unfamiliar to them, especially if the mother's family members did not spend a lot of time interacting with the puppies. By contrast, a puppy separated from the birth litter and taken to a human family before the age of seven weeks may tend to miss canine interactions which most dogs receive as they grow and develop. Young puppies play together in the litter and they learn how to communicate with other dogs during this formative period.

In real life, and not ideal terms, puppies often leave the birth litter for a human home or a shelter environment a few weeks before or long after seven to eight weeks of age. In those cases especially, formal dog classes involving a number of dogs and their handlers may be very important in assisting a dog to develop and improve socialization skills.

Dog parks sometimes offer a way to permit a dog to interact socially with other dogs, but they can be a potentially dangerous environment if a dog is not already well socialized and/or under the direct voice control of a handler. In order to obtain voice control of a pet, a handler must participate in a very extensive obedience training program with the dog (usually years, not simply a few weeks, in duration). Voice control is defined as the dog obeying every single command of the owner when off leash 100% of the time and most pet owners never achieve that level of control.

Many people take their pets to dog parks specifically to allow the pet to exercise off leash. It can be critically important in a dog park environment to remember that: (1) not all dogs there will be well socialized, (2) some will possibly have bad habits (running away or becoming aggressive with other dogs or people) ,(3) not every dog park restricts small dogs to one enclosed area and large dogs to another and (4) dogs in groups will frequently behave differently than dogs as individuals.

I think you are very wise to obedience train your pet because this process will greatly assist your pet throughout his life. If he requires socialization skill improvement, there is really no substitute for an organized dog obedience group class in my opinion. You can teach your pet obedience commands one-on-one, but socialization is a group process and group dog classes permit a pet to learn to obey your commands in the presence of other, potentially distractive dogs in an environment in which everyone is focused upon socializing one another's pets.

Good luck with your dog training, and best wishes!

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• I teach dog training - but still take my puppies to puppy and beginner classes.
  Just because a human has a parent that could teach them all of the factual knowledge at home doesn't mean that "home schooling" is the best alternative because of the need to develop social skills. IF you don't take your pup to classes then you have to work very had at finding socialization options for your pup. Good day care programs/ nursery schools can be excellent for child development - puppy kindergarten can be excellent for puppy development.


• It depends on how the parks are in your area. Near me, dog parks are full of lazy people who let their dog off the leash and chat with their friends while sitting on benches. My dogs tended to get rushed at by a group of dogs, then picked on.
  
  Edit: Sorry, I changed my mind on recommending what to do. It's better to just not let your dog pick up on others' bad habits.
  
  Maybe you could find some friends who have dogs and get together for walks and doggy play-dates. Start smaller, with people that you know and trust with their dogs. A friend of mine lives in San Francisco - she has some dog-hiking group that they participate in. She also does dog yoga.


• i'd say best way for that is to go to a dog park or a dog beach maybe but keep him on the leash until you can trust your dog around other dogs i'm pretty sure if you go to a dog park there are other people holding their dogs on leashes just go over to them and see what happens you can't make your dog like other dogs its just them being them if your dog enjoys other dogs then you youll be fine but if he doesn't you will know almost instantly i'm pretty sure of it but any signs of aggression just squirt him tell him no and go from there.


• I've seen far too many dog fights break out in dog parks to ever trust them. Too many people bring their poorly trained, under exercised, poorly socialized animals to "let off some steam" while the owner takes advantage of the "time off" to read a book or chatter.
  
  This is NOT a good option for socialization, ever, period, and your dog will NOT "learn to be calm around other dogs" when he's running around like a maniac playing with them.
  
  Look around your area for a small, experienced doggy daycare center. A place that has EXPERIENCE placing groups of dogs together in controlled surroundings. Visit a few and choose the one with the most experienced employees. Notice i keep saying "experienced"? Yeah, that's important - experience will be what helps socialize your dog.
  
  Keeping him calm on walks or outings is all going to boil down to training, though. Training him to keep focus on you, training him to know that barking or bouncing isn't appropriate, things like that. Regular socialization in proper settings will teach him proper boundaries and interactions, but he will still need training elsewhere to keep him calm.

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Dog Health Questions: Training collar... when did you decide to use it?

I asked yesterday about electric collars, I said I was against it and why. (also stated I was open minded, but people are quick to judge, oh well)

So, you lot have changed my mind, I see why one would be used, and in what situations. I have only ever seen them used in an unnecessary and negative way, so my opinion was tinted (hence why I asked yesterdays question, again, oh well)

At what point during your dogs training did you decide to use the collar as a training aid?

How old was your dog, what breed is your dog, and why did you use it?

What did you try before that, that made you consider the electric collar?

Or was it a last resort all together? If so, why?

Nice detailed answers please!

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Electric collars are BAD for dogs, do not use them. Use POSITIVE reinforcement for dogs. Shocking a dog does not fix the behavior in the long term, all it does it deliver a painful shock that stops the dog in his/her tracks. This does not teach the dog what behavior you want to see.

You must teach a dog what you want him/her to do, not just what you don't want him/her to do.

Shock collars are IMO one of the worst things you can do to your dog.

PS. Sooner or later the dog will realize that he/she can either run out of the shock collar's range, or will learn to just completely ignore you when the collar is no longer on. Because then, without your ability to shock your dog, there is no reinforcement to cause the dog to listen.

Remember, Positive Reinforcement. Never use negative reinforcement with a dog.

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• if your having problems with your dog, and you think you have to use a training shock collar, then you are wrong.
  
  if your child was a baby and couldn't communicate with you because it couldn't talk would you hit your child for not doing what you want?
  
  the same is with a dog. i am sure that if your dog understands what you are saying he would stop his behavior in an instant, but of course, that is impossible.
  
  so what you need to do, if you feel you can't control your dog for whatever reason that i don't know, then consult an animal behaviorist. this person will tell you how bad your dogs case is and how to fix it. he or she will most likely suggest positive reinforcement. if you don't know what that is look it up.
  
  then, you can try on your own to train your dog with positive reinforcement, or you can contact a professional, positive reinforcement trainer who has experience with whatever problem your dog is having.
  
  good luck. and please don't get mad at people who you feel are "judging" you. their educated about shock collars, and any person who is educated on dogs will tell you not to use those things. they just care for your dog.
  
  well good luck, and hope you take this into consideration.


• i do not agree with electric collars. there are also collars out there that shoot air or water up under the dogs chin which are more humain. You haven't said what your problem with your dog is so it is hard to recomend what the best training method would be. there are lots of training aids out there that i would try before i ever went near an electric collar. there are choke chains, clicker training, halti's, toy rewards etc.


• I like explaining why I chose an electric collar.
  
  We live adjacent to fields and also near train tracks. While the fields are completely fenced and I am not worried about my dogs getting run over, they are, at times, out of earshot. To still feel like I have control, I chose to use the e-collar.
  
  I have a large breed dog who is now 9 months. While I questioned using it on him so young, he is a 100+ pound 9 month old. His size made up my mind. If he was smaller, I may have waited a bit longer. I also felt he was mentally ready. I had him on good control in the house and the small yard. He knew his basic commands, sit, lie down, come, and wait, so I knew that he understood what I wanted when I said one of these words.
  
  I started with "come" on the e-Collar. When we were outside playing, I would stop and say, "come" to him. He already would acknowledge this command about 90% of the time unless he thought he has something better to be doing. If he came right away, he got tons of affection and praise. If he did not, he got a buzz from the vibrate feature of my eCollar. I love the vibrate feature. It gets attention without using the shock. If he still chose not to listen, I would give him a low shock. My collar has several settings and I have never turned it past the 2nd setting of 5.
  
  I honestly only had to do this about 3-4 times before it was instant. Every time he felt the buzz, he knew that if he didn't come, a shock would follow. I am SO glad I chose to use the eCollar as it was an effective training tool for me. I much prefer the kinds with a remote for me to control when and what type of correction to use (vibrate or shock).
  
  I have seen it be poorly used by people who don't know what they are doing, which I think is terrible. It is not an easy fix and if done improperly, will do nothing more than scare a dog. It must be clear what the collar's purpose is. The shock needs to mean something to the dog. It can mean, "come back now" like for my dog, "stop barking", "no", or even "stop".
  
  Thanks so much for asking and not prejuding. I felt it was a necessary training tool for the purpose and look at it today the same way I look at a choke collar. My dog does not wear it all the time. Only when we go to the fields or somewhere I want him off leash but want control over him. Just like when I want to go for a walk, I grab his leash and choke chain.
  
  Add: Nikki~ My dog is not my child. It is a dog. If my child is misbehaving she gets a time out or a punishment of some sort. My dog does not understand time outs. I love my dog dearly and have taken the time to train him for his own safety.
  
  I have also tried the collar on my hand to experience it. While it didn't feel nice, it got my attention.
  
  I also feel that the collars are OFTEN misused, giving all people who use them a bad name. I am not using one in subsitution for training. I am using it in conjunction with training.
  
  That being said, everyone is entitled to their own opinion on the matter. The question wanted to know how people who used the collars do so, not if they are bad or not. :)
  
  I forgot to answer one of your questions. I have used it on my bullmastiff which was the dog I referred to in my example and a german shorthair pointer (not the one I rescued who was abused...not a canidate for and eCollar in my opinion)
  
  ADD #2: Was I one of the only ones to read the question? The asker asked people who use an eCollar their personal experiences...not if it is good or bad or that they even needed or wanted to use one.


• An E fence 1 foot off the ground caused a Boxer to become neurotic. He'd sit & bark & bark & bark at the wire, it did not matter if it was working or not. Poor dog NEVER got over it, til the day he died. Not because of the fence but of old age.
  
  I tried the same thing with my dogs & I spent more time walking the fence line to see if a weed or piece of grass was touching the wire & grounding it out. I tried it 1 foot off the ground & I tried it at the top of the fence line. It never phased my dogs at all. What was a little electric shock to getting to run all over the neighborhood?
  
  I would never use the E-collar cause shock therapy is not what I wanted. I had to train them & went through all kinds of stuff just to keep them in their yard. Finally a 6 foot high fence with chicken wire attached at the bottom finally did it.
  
  What is stopping your from putting up a good fence? Zoning?, neighborhood coalition?, You are renting?
  
  Zoning here will allow any kind of fence. Block, wood, wire, chain link, just what ever. A fence is the only safe way to keep your dog at home.
  
  ADDED:
  
  It only takes a split second to cross the line of electricity & after that he is free to go where he wants to. At a full run it is less than a split second to cross the line & he is gone. This is not your answer.


• I Have read your question and all i can do is to tell you that the collar i used did not shock the dog,i hate that term. It just gave him a mild tweak even at the highest setting.Dogs just do not like the sensation. I had an 80lb lab mix and live near a street with traffic and figured a mild tweak was better than a fast moving delivery truck. Yes it was a last resort,a clicker or voice command was not enough. He was smart and learned quickly the joys of being able to roam freely within his home boundaries. Try one on your wrist and if it is a humane collar it will not harm or hurt you. I paid $200.50 for mine.


• I assume you mean by training collar, actually an electric collar?
  
  I used one once with my last Sheltie.
  
  We live on a row crop farm. From the day I got "Micah" at 9 weeks old I began training him meticulously. Before a year old he was reliable off leash on the farm. He was my competition agility dog and companion. We took him hiking, fishing and camping....reliable off leash.
  
  Then one day, when he was about 5 or 6, while out walking the farm he kicked up a jack rabbit. But this time he wouldn't call off.
  
  Micah was a trained dog, he knew what "come meant". He had called off birds and bunnies before. This time he "chose" not to respond.
  
  Borrowed an electric collar, went walking the farm for several days until we kicked up another rabbit, he started to take off. "Micah leave it! Come!" no response. "MICAH! COME" no response....zap!
  
  Solved

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Dog Health Questions: I'm thinking about taking a dog training course for myself to become a dog trainer?

my mother raised a good question that where would i train the dogs once i finished the program? I don't have that much money so i don't know if i could rent a place for it or what... any suggestions? would i make enough money to pay the rent of a building?

i have looked into this program and talked to many people that went there, i have much proof that it's a good program and i have alot of experience with animals, i really want to do this but i don't know if i could afford starting it.
please help me!

thanks in advance for all the answerers

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Check with the rules about holding classes at local parks, or even at the parking lot of a locally owned pet store. They would love to have a dozen dog owners who just so happen to need a new training collar or some bite sized treats, so its a great opportunity for both parties.

The less money you spend, the better. I also recommend holding an standing classes every week for various ages/levels and charging a set amount for drop ins. This lets people check you out without signing up for a seven week course, plus you are more likely to have more long term clients who come to you for maintenance. I would reserve smaller, limited enrollment classes for a set period of time so you can really give your clients attention and make them feel as though they got their money's worth. Also offer individual classes (for which you can charge a higher price) that can take place at the client's home, downtown, the dog park, etc. It will show you can deal with problem behaviors and not just give them a generic sit/stay/down class with a certificate like Petsmart.

As for your program, ask for references for graduates, information on job placement, and any other important affiliations that might come with your training.

most importantly, use your dogs as free advertising. People are awed by a well behaved dog and will ask about where you had it trained, and it will be awfully nice to say you did it yourself and hand them a business card.

Information Is The Key - Same In Case Of Dog Trainings

• in order to establish your credibility,,YOU MUST train and show your own dogs to the highest obedience titles.. so get to training class, and train and show your dog ,, and achieve hi scores and all the titles..
  
  that is WHERE YOU START


• There are a number of good schools. Just make sure the school you decide to attend doesn't teach purely Positive Reinforcement, nor purely Corrections training, you need both to fully train a dog. You could start at home, and doing home visits to help people with their dogs behavioral problems. These so called dog "behaviorists" are pseudo dog psychics/psychiatrists and are useless. You can step in and give people real world advice on deterrent training, and teach them more about pack structure/behavior. Hope I helped.


• 1. There are plenty of trainers who do private training. I don't imagine they make a lot of money (because you spend time driving to and from the client's house). But that's certainly an option. I also know some trainers who work at animal hospitals (so the facility provides courses of various sorts). Many park authorities provide public courses and some of those are for dogs. So you don't need to have your own facility in order to be a trainer.
  
  2. No, you don't need to show in conformance and win national titles. However, if you're visible or have a dog with some kind of titles (flyball, agility, field work, whatever), that helps and allows you to charge more.
  
  3. Get experience with a range of different breeds. Case in point: I have a rat terrier that is 15". I remember going to one obedience course and the trainer (who had only worked with GSDs) was vehement that you should NEVER bend down to treat the dog. Umm....unless I was a dwarf, my only options are...bend down OR ask the dog to jump up on me.
  
  Some breeds (BC's, Shelties, most of the herding breeds) are very biddable and need instructions. Others (notably terriers) are problem solvers and will ignore the human if they think their own dog solution makes more sense.
  
  So getting experience with a range of different dogs makes a big difference in your ability.
  
  3. What you want to do is get certification. Look into CCPDT, the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers. In my experience, it's also helpful to have background with Volhard temperament testing.
  
  4. After that, the primary questions are generic business ones:
  --how will you market and get your name out there?
  --what fees are appropriate for the market area you're in?
  --what kind of insurance makes sense for you?
  --what's your business model?
  --how do you distinguish yourself from the competition? Is there a niche you're going after?


• Pet Smart has a dog training course. Check into your local Pet Smart. They may be able to hire you or give you leads when your finished.

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Dog Health Questions: Would it work? Teaching older dog (Chihuahua mix) to stop barking/growling?

We adopted an abandoned 5-8 year old Chihuahua mix a few months ago. She is the biggest sweetheart to our family, but while walking her, we have found out that she DOES NOT like not like most other dogs or some men (even though she is fine with my boyfriend and has been OK with fix-it men who have come to our home). She growls, barks, and pulls on the leash (we use a harness with her for better control).

Clearly she was probably never properly socialized or trained... but it's embarrassing (as the humans and dogs we encounter probably think I'M the one responsible for her misbehavior) and I don't want her to continue to behave like this.

I used to attend dog training classes with my mom and her dogs (Shepard mixes and Mastiffs) when they were younger. The class used pinch collars to train, and I am comfortable using them. From what I saw, they were highly effective.

I'm going to get a pinch collar today to try it...I figure the worst that can happen is that it doesn't work.

I was wondering if anyone on here has successfully trained a rescue with antisocial barking/growling behaviors, or if older dogs who haven't been socialized simply won't change.

Dog Training Fundamentals

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She is anxious ( fearful) so using a pinch collar will only hurt her neck, pain = fear, fear = reaction and reaction is not what you want to encourage.

Your right she needs training and socilising, a short sharp 'no' when she barks and immediately she stops praise her.
Try not to walk directly towards people/dogs ( straight lines and direct eye contact is aggressive in dog language) Ask everyone to completely ignore her, no looking, touching and talking to her, which will take the pressure off her to scare them away. I would also put a little t-shirt on her this will give her some confidence like a 'portable hug' however she is gaining the confidence on her own 4 feet.
Doing TTouch mouthwork on her can also help with a barking dog ( tiny clockwork circle movements around her mouth & muzzle, very gently just moving her skin, not massaging into the muscle)

Dog training classes could be a very good idea for her and dogs are always prepared to change unwanted behaviours as long as we give them othe roptions to change to, having a strong pack leader will help her ( NILIF)

Google NILIF and start using this today at home, basically she has to earn everything she gets, which will elevate you to pack leader and give her some confidence.

Pick the Best Dog Training Collar to Train Your Big Dog to Walk

• I'm sorry you are having such a difficult time with your dog!
  
  Here is a great article that talks about why dogs bark and how you can help to stop them from barking so much! There is also a free video about how to train your dog to listen to your commands.
  
  http://www.squidoo.com/dogs-stop-barking
  
  Hope this helps!


• you will want to nix the choker/pinch idea for now. Small dogs tend to have weak tracheas, and though a pinch collar is better than a choker, I would recommend the gentle leader harness that attaches in front of the dog's chest. You should also work to desensitze her to other dogs and men, so that when she sees them, she won't go berserk over them, merely ignore them. Try putting her into a sit when you see dogs/men coming, and feeding her treats until they're gone. Gradually move her closer and closer, until you are satisfied with how close she can get before reacting.
  
  At this point, you should be more worried with the barking and growling than with the pulling on the leash. adding a device that causes discomfort is going to train her that when she sees dogs and men, she gets pinched around the neck.. Not a good association at this point. If the basic ideas you receive here don't work, consult a trainer before someone (or even your dog) gets hurt.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog Training in Ohio?

i'm looking for an affordable dog obedience class in the Geauga County area...if anyone has any info, please let me know!
Mary

House-Training And Housebreaking a Dog - Training Guide

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The Basics
SIT, COME, DOWN, STAY, HEEL. SIT

Holding a treat in your left hand just above the pup's nose, gently rest your right hand on pup's rump.
Slowly move the treat in an upward motion while applying gentle pressure to the rump. ( you dont want to push hard because if you do the dog will sit every time someone touches him and this is not good for competitive obedience)
as soon as pup sits say in a very happy excited tone "GOOD SIT" and give the treat.
Repeat excersize 7x. then take a play break and move on to something elce.
very young pups should not train for more than a half hour each day
every time you put food bowl down or give a treat give the sit command, and wait for the sit. then once pup sits give treat or food down.
DO NOT move on to something new until pup has the new command down pat. COME

walk away from pup about 10 feet to start. say pup's name and "COME" in a happy voice. once pup comes praise it lavishly have a bit of a play and give it a treat.
Gradually increase the distance you walk away. and eventually once pup knows command only treat every 3rd come. tappering off until he comes every time with out treat using only praise.
this will take a few days to learn if you practice every day. DOWN

Start with pup in sit. move hand with the treat between the pup's front paws on the ground.
Say "DOWN" in firm but not loud voice.
pup might try and get treat without going down, dont let him have it until he downs.
praise in happy voice "GOOD DOWN"
repeat 7x STAY

Start pup in down possition. say "STAY" in firm voice. walk to end of leash, backwards. if the pup moves say once only "AP" in a not pleased tone. go back do not say anything. put pup in down again repeat "STAY" walk backwards to end of leash.
pup does NOT get praise or treat untill he stays for 30 seconds, then a minute, then 5 minutes. move times up each week.
after he can do a 5 minute down/stay every time. move on to a sit/stay doing exactly what you did for down/stay.
Once on leash sit and down/stays are reliable for 5 minutes each. drop the leash and walk away from your pup, your back to the pup. about 10 feet away. wait 5 min. recall your dog. with dog sitting in front of you once he reaches you. treat and praise.


HEEL

Please do NOT train with a choke collar. i recomend martin gayles.
with dog on a short leash exactly beside you on your left side say "HEEL" if the dog starts to pull give a correction snap with leash on collar. and recomand "HEEL" the second your dog complies peaise with "GOOD HEEL" in happy voice. and continue to walk , correct, and praise for 30 minutes. Allways end training sessions on a positive note. Never get angery with your pup for not responding to a command. Praise lavishly every time pup responds to a command.
NEVER hit your dog. NO reason is an acceptable reason for physicaly abusing your pup.

Dog Training vs Horse Training

• The best (and cheapest) way is to take your own dog to training classes at your local AKC recognized obedience club. Find one at www.akc.org
  
  You should read some great books on training. (Try not to pick books randomly - there are a lot of bad books out there also!) These are some of my favorites and you can get them on Amazon.com
  What All Good Dogs Should Know – Volhard http://www.volhard.com/
  Good Owners, Great Dogs - Brian Kilcommins
  Dog Tricks : Eighty-Eight Challenging Activities for Your Dog from World-Class Trainers by Haggerty and Benjamin
  Don't Shoot the Dog - Pryor
  Training Your Dog: The Step by Step Method - Volhard
  Dog Problems - Benjamin
  Cesar's Way - Cesar Millan
  Also, watch the Dog Whisperer on the National Geographic Channel. Cesar Millan is the best trainer I've ever seen on TV.
  http://www.dogpsychologycenter.com/
  
  You may want a professional trainer to help you target a specific problem, but let me warn you. Many of the people charging big bucks as "trainers" are not very good and may have no more experience than you do - especially with aggression problems. Ask you local vet for a recommendation. Make sure you check out references from their satisfied customers. Check with the BBB for complaints. Look for a trainer who is a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals web site at www.dogpro.org, which allows you to search for trainers in your state. Their requirements for trainers to join are very stringent. And DON'T send your dog away to be trained. It's a waste of money - you can't build a relationship with a dog that doesn't live with you.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training classes?

I am going to take all your advices and enroll my dog in doggy obedience classes. do any of you live in Miami that may be able to refer me to a trainer? Do you think the group classes will work for her? I know the one-on-ones would be more effective but they are kind of pricey, The group classes are more in my price range. Any suggestions?

Do You Make These 4 Common Mistakes in Dog Training?

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Well i dont live in Miama but i hope this link will give u sufficient knowledge regarding dog training

http://www.reviewlocator.com/reviews/sec…

Dog Training Classes - Dog Training to Unleash Your Dog's Full Potential

• im srry i do not live in miami but i do know that there are doggie training classes at petco


• Have you looked at a PetSmart or anything like that? They are relatively inexpensive compared to private trainers. Just talk to the trainer before putting your money down to be sure that you click with them and are comfortable with the knowledge they have.


• Here is a link to choosing a good dog trainer from the Humane Society.
  http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_care/dog_ca…
  
  Also, you may want to continue working with your pup on your own after classes.
  Sue Ailsby has an awesome free online training program that teaches you and your dog all the things he needs to be a good community member.
  http://www.dragonflyllama.com/%20DOGS/Le…
  
  I worked Jessie up to level 5 and she has many great behaviors! Can take her anywhere. Even if you just aim for level 3, you'll have a nice companion with basic skills at home.


• Secrets To Dog Training
  
  http://ponyurl.com/ktx6g7

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training prices and experiences?

i finally found a trainer in my area and he's charging §450 for 2 weeks of boarding and training plus a few extra classes after that. i just want some opinions if anyone has left their dog some where to let someone else train it. for the price is it a little or to much? I've never looked into training classes for any of my dogs but this one. All my other dogs i've trained and have always listened. My german shepherd is hard headed and trying to fight for the top spot in the house so i know i need classes for him

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For a board-and-train that is quite reasonable, assuming that the breeder has a philosophy that you agree with and a very good track record in the community (check with the better business bureau).

A more financially feasible option that will probably result in a better bond with your dog would be to attend classes with your dog. Most obedience classes run for an hour once a week for 6-10 weeks and cost anything from $100-300+. The major advantage of classes is your interaction with the instructor - you will practice at home and then come in and ask all of your questions, have the trainer teach you new things and watch to make sure that you are properly working with your dog, then you will go home and practice all week again. This way you are as trained as the dog when the class is over and if an issue (even unrelated to current class work) pops up, the trainer can help you handle it. A dog in a boarding situation may never be exposed to the things in your home that trigger their bad behaviors and, while most boarding training kennels have an orientation session when you pick up your dog, you will not be as confident of an owner or trainer.

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Dog Health Questions: Where can i find free e-books about dog training?

It should be fully downloaded & free of charge.

Dog Training Plays Key Role in Dog Grooming and Puppy Care

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search google

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training in Indianapolis?

Does anyone know of any good beginner dog obedience/training classes offered in Indianapolis, or its surrounding areas?

Pricing? Website? Phone number?

Thanks!

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http://www.iotc.info/index.html

Here is a website to the Indianapolis Obedience Training Club.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog Training in the Colorado Springs area, any suggestions?

Anyone in the Colorado Springs area swear by a certain dog trainer? I need a good trainer for 2 puppies!

Dog Training Classes - Dog Training to Unleash Your Dog's Full Potential

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Check out this link and find a listing on the Association of Pet Dog Trainers. you might just find one for you.

Good luck!
http://dogtime.com/dog-trainers.html

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Dog Health Questions: What's your opinion on the dog training classes at PetSmart?

I'm considering enrolling my dog into the classes, but I want to hear your own personal opinions on your experiences with the class before I do it.

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It depends. They have a decent curriculum developed by a top trainer but most of the trainers they hire have very little training and experience (and from what I've observed, don't even follow the curriculum very closely) and they are very poorly paid. However, there are exceptions, occasionally you'll find a skilled trainer at PetSmart.

In addition to trainers that aren't very skilled, it is a bad environment for beginners level classes. There are far too many distractions & it makes it difficult to teach new behaviors properly. Now, it's a great place to work on proofing established behaviors -- but thats more advanced than I'd recommend their instructors for. I do competitive dog sports & PetSmart is one of my favorite places to go and practice basic skills around crazy distractions, but I do that on my own--not with their instructors.

You should look into other trainers in your area and pick the most skilled trainer to work with. If that is PetSmart, then so be it--at least it's a place to start. There might also be a kennel club that offers noncompitition oriented classes. What ever you do, choose your trainer carefully and find out about their techniques ahead of time (I hope you'll look for a positive trainer) and then don't do anything your uncomfortable with.

You can read books, watch videos, go to seminars and find all sorts of info to help you learn to train yourself. That is a good way to do it but you will still need to train some around other people and dogs -- ether in a club or a park or whereever. Classes are a great way to get started because of the structure--it keeps you accountable and motivated to work with your dog and has built in distractions.

Use the links I've provided to search for a local trainer. I recommend the KPA CTP trainers as the gold standard (I admit biass to the underlying philosophy). A certified trainer on the APDT search would be next, followed by those who aren't certified. PetSmart trainers would need to be evaluated on their own merrits and with caution.

Electronic Dog Training Collars

• As someone who has gone through dog training with PetSmart, I will give you my view, if you decide to do such a thing, don't just do one section, go all the way through. They are good, but it also depends on the trainers. Talk to some of the employees other than trainers and ask them their opinions. You can get a lot out of the dog training classes they offer. The trainers are usually well trained and also have previous experience. It's important no matter what to go through training classes, if you decide PetSmart is not the best way to do it, find someone that is better. You should also remember that PetSmart does offer private classes as well.


• Useless and a waste of money. All of those silly puppy classes are asinine. How do you expect a PUPPY to learn anything in a class of...you guessed it...other puppies. They will be distracted the entire time, and the quality of the kids teaching obedience at any petstore is always going to be extremely low.
  
  You'd be better off buying a DVD of all positive training methods and learning about corrections training at a later date. Try Mike Ellis' "The Power of Training Dogs with Food".


• For puppy manners class, sure.
  
  For "real" training -- no. The VAST majority of these "trainers" have no clue. The sign on the door tells it all -- "Dog trainers wanted, no experience necessary". They have their own training program and the trainers must follow it. One size fits all.
  
  At Petsmart training, you pay more and get less.
  
  Why not go where you PAY LESS and GET MORE??
  Look at this link, and contact a training club near you:
  http://www.akc.org/events/obedience/trai…


• yes it is good because dog is best guard of home and it is essential for them.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training?

I have a one year old have-ton puppy. I have been having trouble potty training her. I would like to get a fence and a doggy door so she could go outside as she needs, but this is not an option. We trained her to go on the potty pads that we have but she would still pee upstairs and only occasionally uses the pads. We just got back from vacation and picked her up from the dog sitters. She has the option to go outside as she wishes there. We have also tried putting a gate up so she can't get up stairs. She hates (and i mean HATES) being in her crate, thus crate training is not a very good option. Please, how can I potty train this dog!!! Thanks!

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I think you have got to back to basics with her. Start her off potty training as if she was a puppy. Get rid of the potty pads and take her outside immediately she wakes up in the morning (On a leash) take her to a designated spot where you want her to relieve herself, tell her to 'go potty' or whatever phrase you use and wait with her until she goes then praise her and maybe give her a little treat for being a good girl and then take her straight back indoors.

You must do this again after her breakfast and then after every meal, also after she has been playing indoors for any length of time and always after she has been asleep. Always take her out last thing before you settle her down for the night.

It will take a lot of your time and a great deal of patience but if you want a clean puppy it is something you must do.

Eventually she will start to let you know she needs to go outside once she gets used to going to the same place every time. You have to be very vigilant to recognise the signs, i.e. the dog usually gives a little whimper and walks up and down or circles round and round before they actually perform so if you see her doing this take her outside immediately and wait with her. It is no use putting a pup outside on her own, she will only play around and then most probably will come straight back indoors and pee or poop on your best rug. She has to know why she is out there.

At one year old she should have full control over her bodily functions but it's up to you to teach her where she must do this.

At her age she will soon realise what you want of her and within a very short time you will have her housetrained.

Good luck with her.

Dog Training Fundamentals

• keep wee wee pad training it takes time ,clean the area upstairs with "natures miracle" so she dose not smell that area any more . and yes crate training is cruel. put up a baby gate ,i got mine at k-mart.lots of rewards for going on the pad and she will get it .


• I think...u should make him to stay out alwayz (close ur entrance door )...and after he does his business,let him back in!!


• Crate training is not cruel. You just don't like listening to your dogs whine. I don't either, but it helps in the long run, and it helps a lot with training.
  
  Dogs naturally won't mess up their own space unless they absolutely have to, so get a cage that's big enough for her to stand in and walk in about a circle. IGNORE THE WHINING, SHE WILL GET OVER IT. Every few hours, take her outside. Even in the middle of the night, if you really want this to work. I don't recommend pads, I'd much rather have you take her on a leash and put her outside. But if you can't, just put her on the pad and don't let her stray from it while she's there. Tell her to "Potty". When she does, pet her and give her positive feedback. Once she realizes to use it on the pad, I recommend putting pads everywhere she can get to, for easier access.
  
  Don't feed her pass 6 or 7 PM, unless you feel like cleaning up defecation out of the cage. Like I said, you've got to let her out periodically in the middle of the night as well, and I don't know about you, but I don't like cleaning up crap at 2 in the morning.
  
  You may think crate training is cruel, but I'd rather have the the dog mess in a cage instead of all over my house, if she's got to use it anywhere until she's fully trained. Crate training helps in the future for when you have those fancy guests over who absolutely hate dogs, or if you happen to need to travel with her to anywhere. Don't see it as cruel, because it's not if you do it correctly and effectively.


• Housebreaking your dog is seemingly the first test of your patience as a dog owner.
  
  Perhaps you're experiencing the following scenario:
  
  You take him outside multiple times a day and every time, he refuses to make. You assume he just doesn't have to go, so you bring him back inside and moments later he soils the rug.
  
  Or...
  
  You take him outside and he goes, you praise him with "Good boy" and after bringing him back in, moments later he goes again.
  
  It's a frustrating cycle not only for you, but for your dog as well. You just can't seem to make him understand what he's supposed to do.
  
  Your dog simply doesn't understand the rules yet. That's why it's important to take your dog outside to make at scheduled times of the day.
  
  It will take approximately 14 consecutive days of going outside, watching your dog make and praising him for it before he starts to get it.
  
  During that period, every accident that happens in the house is counted as negative two days. Remember, you'll want 14 consecutive days of proper housebroken behavior before you can relax a bit.
  
  After he goes outside, you'll want to supervise him closely for the next ten minutes he is inside the house. At the first sign of going the the bathroom, take him outside.
  
  If he does have an accident, only use the "No" command if you catch him in the act. Otherwise, it's useless and will only confuse your dog.
  
  The amount of time that you should take your dog outside to make will vary depending on the breed, size and type of puppy.
  
  It's generally recommended that you take your dog out every 2-3 hours during the day for the first three weeks. Obviously you won't be taking your puppy out every 2-3 hours at night before bed. So use the following strategy.
  
  Take away your dog's water bowl two hours before bed. During that window of time, walk your dog at least twice. If accidents occur in the middle of the night, you may need to get up once in the night to walk your puppy.
  
  As your dog gets older, his bladder size will increase and the nightly accidents will disappear.
  
  After the first month, begin to space out the amount of time you take your dog outside to make. You'll want to do this until your dog only needs to go out only 3-4 times a day.
  
  In summary, the trick to all of this is using the follwing tactics.
  
  * Set a schedule to take your dog outside
  * Praise your dog with the "Good boy" command when he makes
  * In case of an accident, only use the "No" command if you catch your dog in the act
  * Take away your dog's water two hours before bedtime
  * Walk your puppy twice before bed
  * Always supervise your dog when he is inside AFTER making outside
  * Crate training will ease the process because most dogs will not soil their own bed. Crate training forces them to hold their bladder and in this way they begin to learn that making inside is not part of their normal schedule.
  For the Step-by-Step method of housebreaking your dog within just a few weeks, you'll want to check out the full Dog Training course through the source link below.
  
  Cheers!

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